Software/Computer Engineer

ASRC Federal•Oklahoma City, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Advanced Research LLC (AFAR) is seeking a Software/Computer Engineer to support its Brand-New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) team and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). BNATCS supports the Weather Systems organization’s TDM-to-IP modernization, transitioning weather data communications from legacy Time Division Multiplexing circuits to modern Internet Protocol networks to maintain reliable data transmission. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen, have resided in the United States for three consecutive years, and provide a Real ID driver’s license/ID or current U.S. passport to pass the federal background investigation and obtain FAA Public Trust clearance. The candidate must live within commuting distance of the worksite or be willing to relocate there. Non-U.S. degrees require a U.S. equivalency certificate at application.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen.
Have resided in the United States for three consecutive years.
Provide a Real ID driver’s license/ID or current U.S. passport for the federal background investigation and FAA Public Trust clearance.
Live within commuting distance of the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, or be willing to relocate.
Hold a bachelor’s degree (ABET) in engineering or a related IT field, such as physics, aerospace, chemistry, computer science, or mathematics.
Provide a U.S. equivalency certificate for any non-U.S. degree at the time of application.
Have 9 or more years of related work experience.
Be proficient in C, C++, and Python for model and tool development.
Have familiarity with hardware system design, schematics, and interconnects.
Have experience with Git source control.
Know VLANs, VPNs, NAT, ACLs, and network segmentation.
Be skilled in network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
Have a strong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP communications, subnetting, routing, and switching.
Be able to work independently and on a team in an agile environment.
Be able to research, troubleshoot, and solve problems quickly.
Be willing and able to learn on the job and self-teach.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing and maintain strong organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience with NAS facilities, systems, and equipment.
Familiarity with FAA-specific communication protocols such as Common Message Handling Protocol (CMHP).
Proficiency with enterprise network packet analysis and diagnostic monitoring tools.
Experience providing Tier-2 engineering and operational support for mission-critical hardware and software systems.
Industry-recognized networking or security certifications, such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or Security+.
Knowledge of LAN/WAN setup, routing, and switching.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain software for weather system applications, including enhancements and bug fixes.
Create automation, analysis, and configuration scripts and tools using C, C++, and Python.
Participate in code reviews, integration testing, and configuration management throughout the software lifecycle.
Design, implement, and maintain LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure, including configuring routers and switches.
Troubleshoot software, network, and hardware issues; perform diagnostics, validation, verification, and capacity assessments.
Support secure communications and system modernization by evaluating end-of-life hardware and recommending upgrades.
Integrate hardware and software in lab and field environments, document trouble calls, and manage engineering changes from concept to deployment.
Develop technical documentation and engineering artifacts, collaborate with government and technical teams, and drive process improvements.